The phrase "and needs a thorough" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when describing something that requires a comprehensive or detailed examination or action.
Example: "The report is incomplete and needs a thorough review before submission."
Alternatives: "and requires a detailed" or "and demands a comprehensive".
The school careers system is busted and needs a thorough overhaul.
The officers were moving against the trend of public opinion, based on a poll released Thursday by the Pew Research Center that found that 75 percent of Americans think the immigration system is broken and needs a thorough overhaul.
In fact, this study demonstrates clearly that the policy instrument of the abolition of user fees is not enough; the implementation process is essential and needs a thorough monitoring system to reduce the risk of implementation gaps [ 11].
She had her artillery, boilers and ventilation system completely replaced, but once again it turned out that the repairs were not up to scratch and needed a thorough rework.
Genetic studies reveal complex relationship between their taxonomy and toxin types, which needs a thorough re-examination.
But the army needs a thorough and long-term overhaul to equip it, vet and motivate its commanders to the political task at hand, and thus stand a realistic chance of carrying out its primary task of defending the territory and protecting the people of the Congo.
Speaking during a press conference on Monday evening, Waller County District Attorney Elton Mathis said the case needs a thorough and exhaustive review because of the questions being raised about the incident.
The edition needs a thorough revision, and the original papyri need to be checked and re-edited.
This task is, however, quite crucial in practical applications because it needs a thorough planning and a certain level of experience.
